Comparison

SMS Forwarder vs FastOCR

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

SMS Forwarder

Automatically forward SMS messages to various platforms like email, Telegram, Slack, and more. This app ensures you never miss important texts, including OTPs and 2FA codes, with on-device processing for complete privacy. Set up custom rules to filter and route messages to any device or service.

Highlights
  • Forward SMS to Email
  • Forward OTP & 2FA codes
  • Business SMS forwarding
  • Forward SMS while traveling
  • Remote work & multi-device support
  • Forward to 8 platforms
  • Smart SMS filtering & rules
Features
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SMS Forwarder is the easiest text message forwarding app for iPhone. Automatically forward SMS to Email, Telegram, Slack, Discord, Microsoft Teams, WhatsApp, another phone number, or any custom webhook. Set up once and receive text messages on any device, anywhere. 100% PRIVATE — ON-DEVICE SMS FORWARDING Your messages never leave your iPhone. SMS Forwarder processes everything on-device with zero data stored on external servers. No tracking, no analytics — you stay in full control of your data. WHY CHOOSE SMS FORWARDER? - Forward SMS to Email Automatically forward text messages to your inbox. Perfect for keeping records of bank notifications, order confirmations, and important texts. - Forward OTP & 2FA Verification Codes Receive one-time passwords and 2FA verification codes on your laptop or work computer. Never miss time-sensitive SMS codes again. - Business SMS Forwarding Forward client messages to Slack, Discord, or Microsoft Teams instantly. Keep your team in the loop without sharing your personal phone number. - Forward SMS While Traveling Access text messages from your second phone or local SIM card while abroad. Stay connected to important SMS notifications globally. - Remote Work & Multi-Device Forward text messages to any device. Receive important SMS notifications on your computer, tablet, or another phone wherever you are. FORWARD SMS TO 8 PLATFORMS Email • Telegram • Slack • Discord • Microsoft Teams • WhatsApp • Another Phone • Custom API/Webhook SMART SMS FILTERING & FORWARDING RULES • Create unlimited text message forwarding rules • Filter SMS by sender name, phone number, or message content • Schedule forwarding for specific days and time ranges • Test SMS forwarding before activating POPULAR SMS FORWARDING USE CASES • Forward bank SMS notifications to email for record-keeping • Receive 2FA verification codes on your work computer • Auto forward delivery and order updates to Telegram • Route customer text messages to your Slack workspace • Forward OTP codes to another device while traveling abroad • Share appointment reminders with family via WhatsApp • Integrate SMS into business automation via webhooks and API HOW SMS FORWARDING WORKS 1. Create a forwarding rule — choose which text messages to forward and where 2. Set filters — filter by sender, message content, or schedule (optional) 3. Set up iOS Shortcuts — follow our simple video guide, and you're done PRICING Free: Try SMS forwarding with a limited number of messages Premium: Unlimited text message forwarding to all platforms Subscriptions auto-renew unless canceled 24+ hours before the period ends. Manage in Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions. Download SMS Forwarder now and stop missing important text messages. Video tutorials and support available in-app. Privacy Policy: https://smsforwardingapp.com/privacy Terms of Service: https://smsforwardingapp.com/terms

About

FastOCR

Features
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FastOCR is a lightning-fast OCR scanner built for one thing: getting text out of images instantly. Point your camera at documents, notes, receipts, signs, screens, books, or handwritten text and extract it in seconds. No cluttered menus. No unnecessary features. Just a clean, fast experience designed to help you capture text and move on. Whether you're a student saving notes, a developer copying code, a professional scanning documents, or someone who simply hates retyping text manually, FastOCR keeps the process effortless. Features Instant text recognition Real-time camera scanning Import photos from gallery One-tap copy to clipboard Fast and lightweight Clean, minimal interface Accurate OCR powered for speed FastOCR is built for people who value speed, simplicity, and getting things done fast.

Screenshots

SMS Forwarder4 screens
FastOCR3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: FastOCR at none against SMS Forwarder's 5. SMS Forwarder's advantage is iOS requirement (16.6 vs 26.2). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. SMS Forwarder sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. FastOCR asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
SMS Forwarder versus FastOCR: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSMS ForwarderFastOCR
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (36 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews30.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings36 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS16.6 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size21 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAlexey SakharovVINCENT WEI HON ZHENG

In-app purchases

4 purchases

SMS Forwarder

Subscriptions4
  • Pro Version3 Days trial2 variants$7.997 Days
  • Pro Version7 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • Pro Version7 Days trial$39.991 Year
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  • Pro Version7 Days trial$69.991 Year
None

FastOCR

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SMS Forwarder free?
SMS Forwarder is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is FastOCR free?
FastOCR is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do SMS Forwarder or FastOCR have ads?
Neither SMS Forwarder nor FastOCR shows ads.

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